Miele dishwasher Error Code F11

Water Intake Drain Error

What does F11 mean?

Water is not draining properly or drain pump is blocked.

Common causes

Diagnostic & testing steps

  1. 1. Clean the triple filter system at the bottom of the tub
  2. 2. Check drain hose for kinks or blockages
  3. 3. Inspect drain pump impeller for debris
  4. 4. Test drain pump motor with multimeter: 15-30 ohms
  5. 5. Check check valve in drain hose connection

Tools required

OEM parts & part numbers

Drain Pump, Triple Filter Assembly

Part numbers: 6696272, 9632790

Safety warning

⚠️ Disconnect power before servicing drain pump

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